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Yellowstone Family Recipe Bourbon

A delightful blend that balances smoothness with rich flavors, perfect for sipping or mixing into cocktails.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1800 days
Total Time 1800 days 15 minutes
Servings: 15 ounces
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups of high-quality corn whiskey
  • 1 cup of rye whiskey
  • 1 cup of malt whiskey
  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of caramel flavoring
  • Oak chips for aging, optional

Equipment

  • Large glass container or barrel for aging
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Funnel
  • Stirring utensil
  • Bottles for storage

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Using measuring cups, combine the corn, rye, and malt whiskeys in your large glass container.
  3. Add the sugar to the whiskey mixture and stir until fully dissolved.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and caramel flavoring.
  5. If using oak chips, add them to the mixture now. Seal the container tightly.
  6. Let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least six months to age.
  7. About every month, sneak a taste to see how the flavors develop.
  8. Once the bourbon has reached your desired taste, use a funnel to transfer it into bottles.
  9. Label the bottles with the date for future reference.
  10. Your homemade bourbon is now ready to enjoy.

Notes

This bourbon shines on its own but can also complement various dishes.